Pilot logbooks and debrief

A pilot logbook records flight time, landings, approaches and currency, and digital logbooks do the totals for you. Debrief tools go further and replay flights so you can see what happened and learn from it.

MyFlightbook is a free online logbook with apps and imports from other logbooks. LogTen is a logbook app for Apple devices popular with professional pilots, with duty and currency tracking. CloudAhoy replays recorded flights in 2D and 3D and scores approaches and landings, which helps pilots and instructors debrief.

Keep backups of your logbook in a format you can export, and check that any digital logbook meets the record-keeping requirements that apply to you.

A good logbook does more than add up hours. It shows when you are approaching the end of a currency window, which endorsements you hold, and how your experience is building toward the next rating. Some apps track duty and rest time for professional pilots too.

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3 drone and aviation tools in pilot logbooks and debrief

MyFlightbook

Free online pilot logbook that tracks totals, currency and ratings progress, with mobile apps and imports from other logbooks.

  • Free plan or free tier

LogTen

by Coradine Aviation

Pilot logbook app for Apple devices that tracks hours, currency and duty time for professional and private pilots.

  • Mobile app

CloudAhoy

by CloudAhoy (ForeFlight)

Flight debrief tool that replays recorded flights in 2D and 3D and scores approaches and landings to help pilots review.

  • Mobile app

Debrief tools add another layer. Replaying a flight shows details that are hard to remember afterward, such as how stable an approach was or where the pattern drifted. Instructors use these replays to teach, and pilots use them to see where they can improve.

Whatever tool you choose, export your data regularly and keep a copy outside the app, so years of records never depend on one company or one device.

Before you switch apps, compare how each one handles signatures and endorsements, since those entries matter most if records are ever reviewed.

Paper logbooks still work well; many pilots keep both.

Questions about pilot logbooks and debrief

Is a digital logbook acceptable?

Many pilots keep digital logbooks. Check the requirements that apply to your certificates and employer, keep exports and backups, and make sure entries that need signatures are handled properly.

What does a flight debrief tool do?

It replays a recorded flight on a map or in 3D, showing altitude, speed and track, and often scores parts such as approaches and landings. Pilots use it to review and improve.

Can I move my logbook between apps?

Most logbook apps import and export common formats such as CSV. Test an export before you commit to a new app.

Is there a free pilot logbook?

MyFlightbook is free to use for logging flights. Paid apps add features such as duty tracking, airline schedule imports or deeper reports, so compare what you need.

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